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SAQA Qualification · 122621

QCTO Compliant

Motion Graphics Designer

Credits
229
NQF
NQF Level 5
Seta
MICT SETA

R66 450

(Once-off Institutional License Fee)

Professional Role & Capability Blueprint


Target Designation
Certified Motion Graphics Designer Practitioner
Competency Focus
Master specialised practical applications, safety criteria, and regulatory mandates required of a qualified Motion Graphics Designer.
Academic Weight
Full national recognition at NQF Level 5 yielding 229 credits upon successful PoE verification.

Strategic Institutional Purpose


Audit Objective
Formulated to systematically bridge operational skills deficits under the governing MICT SETA quality matrix.
Value Proposition
Equips your workforce with measurable, legally compliant skills to optimise productivity, satisfy Workplace Skills Plans (WSP), and unlock maximum B-BBEE scorecard weight.

Who is this for


The Motion Graphics Designer is intended for individuals with some work experience or prior learning who wish to formalise their skills and advance their careers. If you have a passion for this field and want to turn that passion into a profession, this programme will give you the tools and credentials to succeed. It is also suitable for employers who wish to upskill their workforce to meet industry standards.

Qualification Rules · Module Matrix


Official SAQA module breakdown parsed from the qualification's registered rules.

Knowledge Modules (KM)

115 cr

Theory · 6 modules

  • 216603-003-00-KM-0110 cr

    Basic Elements and Principles of Design

    NQF Level 4

  • 216603-003-00-KM-0225 cr

    Principles of Visual Content Development

    NQF Level 4

  • 216603-003-00-KM-0315 cr

    Principles of Photography & Videography for Visual Content Developers

    NQF Level 4

  • 216603-003-00-KM-0425 cr

    Principles of Design Technology Used by Visual Content Developers

    NQF Level 5

  • 216603-003-00-KM-0510 cr

    Business Communication and Administration

    NQF Level 4

  • 216603-003-00-KM-0630 cr

    Principles Underpinning Processes of Motion Graphics Development

    NQF Level 5

Practical Skill Modules (PM)

70 cr

Applied · 4 modules

  • 216603-003-00-PM-0115 cr

    Assess the Target Market to Determine Motion Graphics Client, User and Audience Preferences and Requirements

    NQF Level 5

  • 216603-003-00-PM-0225 cr

    Conduct Pre-Production Processes in Preparation for Creating Motion Graphics

    NQF Level 5

  • 216603-003-00-PM-0325 cr

    Create and Produce Motion Graphics for Specific Purposes, Clients, or Audiences

    NQF Level 5

  • 216603-003-00-PM-045 cr

    Perform business supervisory and administration functions

    NQF Level 4

Work Experience Modules (WM)

44 cr

Site · 4 modules

  • 216603-003-00-WM-0110 cr

    Determination of Motion Graphics Clients, Users and Audience Preferences and Requirements

    NQF Level 5

  • 216603-003-00-WM-0215 cr

    Pre-production Processes in Motion Graphics Creation

    NQF Level 5

  • 216603-003-00-WM-0315 cr

    Creation and Production of Motion Graphics

    NQF Level 5

  • 216603-003-00-WM-044 cr

    Business Administration Support Functions in Motion Graphics Creation

    NQF Level 4

Total Credits (SAQA)229

Official SAQA Curriculum


Source of truth · SAQA ID 122621 · Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences › Information Technology and Computer Sciences

Min Credits
229
Registered
2024-08-22
Re-registration
2029-08-22
Purpose

The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to function as a Motion Graphics Designer. A qualified learner will be able to: • Determine target market motion graphics content and audience preferences. • Prepare for production of motion graphics. • Create and produce motion graphics for specific purposes, clients, or audiences. • Conduct business processes related motion graphics creation.

Rationale

Motion Graphics Designers make to the graphic and animation sectors' product offering more visually appealing and engaging. Motion graphics designers create memorable brand animations and intros, helping companies establish a strong and recognisable brand identity in the competitive market. The Higher Occupational Qualification: Motion Graphics Designer qualification enables the production of motion graphics contributing to the effectivity of digital marketing campaigns, and boosting click-through rates and user engagement, which is vital for the success of online advertising efforts. The South African society will benefit from the Higher Occupational Certificate: Motion Graphics Designer contribution to creating powerful tools for educational content and awareness campaigns. Motion Graphics Designers simplify complex topics, making information more accessible and understandable to a broader audience. The Higher Occupational Certificate: Motion Graphics Designer will promote the motion graphics industry's contribution to economic growth by attracting clients and projects, generating revenue, and stimulating related sectors such as advertising, marketing, and film production. As the demand for motion graphics increases, more job opportunities are created within the graphic media sector, providing employment opportunities for skilled individuals.

Learning Assumed to be in Place & RPL

RPL for Access to Training: Learners may use the RPL process to gain access to training opportunities for a programme of learning, qualification, part-qualification, or skills programme if they do not meet the formal, minimum entry requirements for admission. RPL assessment provides an alternative access route into a programme of learning, qualification, part-qualification, or skills programme. Such an RPL assessment may be developed, moderated, and conducted by the accredited Skills Development Provider which offers that specific qualification/part qualification/skills programme. Such an assessment must ensure that the learner is able to display the equivalent level of competencies required for access, based on the NQF level descriptors. RPL for Exemption For exemption from modules through RPL, learners who have gained the stipulated competencies of the modules of a programme of learning, qualification, part-qualification, or skills programme through any means of formal, informal, or non-formal learning and/or work experience, may be awarded credits towards relevant modules, and gaps identified for training, which is then concluded. Entry Requirements: An NQF Level 4 qualification.

Exit Level Outcomes
  • Determine motion graphics target market preferences.
  • Conduct pre-production processes for creating motion graphics content.
  • Create and produce motion graphics content.
  • Apply business processes related to creating motion graphics.
QCTO & MICT SETA AlignedSAQA 122621

Qualification 122621 · Curriculum Architecture

Higher Occupational Certificate: Motion Graphics Designer · NQF Level 5 (229 Credits)

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§ 01

Three Curriculum Pillars

115
Credits

Knowledge Modules

Classroom & E-Learning

KM-01 to KM-06 · 6 modules
  • Facilitated lectures & self-study
  • Written question banks
  • Formative comprehension checks
70
Credits

Practical Skill Modules

Simulated Line Tasks

PM-01 to PM-04 · 4 modules
  • Simulated line tasks
  • Observation rubrics
  • Structured task sheets
44
Credits

Work Experience Modules

On-the-Job Production

WM-01 to WM-04 · 4 modules
  • On-the-job rotation
  • Mentor logbooks
  • Workplace sign-offs
§ 02

Evidence & Audit Pipeline

Learner Portfolio of Evidence (PoE)
Owner · Candidate
1
Admin & Registration

ID, learner contract, induction pack, POPIA consent.

2
Knowledge Evidence

Written assessments & question banks — KM-01 to KM-07.

3
Practical Evidence

Task sheets, observation rubrics, assessor photos.

4
Workplace Evidence

Logbooks, mentor sign-offs, supervisor letters.

Assessor Master File
Owner · Registered Assessor
5
Assessment Reports

Judgements, learner feedback, remediation agreements, appeals log.

Internal Moderation & Quality File
Owner · Moderator / SDP
6
Moderation Evidence

10% sampling matrix, HACCP/LOTO compliance sheets, SDP sign-off.

§ 03

Final Accreditation Gateway

Step 1
Statement of Results

Issued by the accredited Skills Development Provider once internal moderation is signed off.

Step 2
EISA Readiness Declaration

Provider submits declaration + PoE to the Assessment Quality Partner (AQP).

Step 3
National Qualification Certificate

QCTO awards the SAQA-registered certificate on successful EISA outcome.

Learner Certified · Uploaded to National Learner Records Database (NLRD)

Learning Material Stack


Learner Guide
Facilitator Guide
Assessment Instruments
SETA Alignment Matrix

Start-to-Exit Moderation Timeline


  1. 1

    Pre-Delivery Setup

    Facilitator induction, learner enrolment forms, baseline assessment, PoE folder issue. Alignment matrix stamped.

  2. 2

    Delivery & Formative Moderation

    Modular rollout with formative assessments per KM/PM. Internal moderator reviews evidence weekly; feedback loop before summatives.

  3. 3

    Summative & External Moderation

    Summative assessments captured, PoE finalised, submitted for external moderation. Certification uploaded to the SETA/QCTO.

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Classroom Transformation Blueprint


14 Modules · 229 Credits · MICT SETA

Broken Standard

  • 📄Photocopied guides with mismatched outcomes
  • Missing formative/summative assessments
  • ⚠️No SETA alignment matrix — audit fails
  • 🎲Facilitators improvise Motion Graphics Designer delivery
  • 🕳️PoE gaps flagged in moderation
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i2Graduates Transformation

  • 6 KM + 4 PM + 4 WM modules mapped to NQF Level 5
  • Pre-validated assessment bank per module
  • MICT SETA alignment matrix included
  • Facilitator scripts + learner activities per credit
  • PoE templates that survive external moderation

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